James Metts

Murdered
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James Metts, a 56-year-old resident of Libby, Montana, tragically died on November 12, 2016, in what was initially reported as a homicide. However, further investigation revealed that his death was the result of an accidental shooting.

According to law enforcement reports, Metts was in the process of moving several firearms out of his residence when a revolver accidentally discharged. The bullet struck him in the leg, severing a major artery. Despite the rapid response of emergency pe ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    James Metts

    Male

    Libby

    MT

    2016-11-12

    56

    James

    Metts

    Accidental

    11/29/2024

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